Classic Hot Dog with Mustard

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The Classic Hot Dog with Mustard is an iconic American street food and casual meal, featuring a grilled or steamed sausage nestled in a soft, sliced bun and topped with a generous smear of tangy yellow mustard. Its core components are the sausage (typically a beef, pork, or blend frankfurter), the steamed bun, and the sharp, vinegar-based mustard that cuts through the richness.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of fat and protein from the sausage, with the bun providing a significant amount of refined carbohydrates. A standard serving typically contains between 250 to 350 calories, offering key nutrients like sodium, B vitamins, and iron from the meat.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	310 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	820 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Vitamin B12	0.6 mcg
Niacin (B3)	3.2 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Selenium	12 mcg
Zinc	1.8 mg
Folate	45 mcg

Per 1 hot dog with bun (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the hot dog is a symbol of American leisure, deeply associated with baseball games, cookouts, and street vendors. Nutritionally, the choice of simple yellow mustard is notable as it adds bold flavor and antioxidants (from turmeric) with virtually no additional calories, fat, or sugar.